FAIRVIEW Microwave has released a new range of electromechanical RF switches with guaranteed performance up to 10 million life cycles.
The new electromechanical relay switches cover ultra-broadband and millimeter-wave frequencies up to 40 GHz. Boasting high reliability, these switches are guaranteed to perform up to 2 to 10 million life cycles, making them ideal for demanding industries and applications related to defense and commercial aviation, radar, wireless communications, satellite communications, test and measurement and many others.
The new coaxial relay switches are available in multiple varieties from SPDT (Single Pole Double Throw) to SP12T (Single Pole 12 Throw) and are designed with either SMA, Type-N, or 2.92mm depending on the frequency range.
Frequencies for these RF switches range from DC to 40 GHz depending on the model, power ratings range from 5W to 700W, operating voltage ranges from +12V to +30V and have high isolation up to 85 dB and low insertion loss of 0.15 dB at 1 GHz.
According to Fairview, the switches have a patented design of the actuator and the transmission link, having been optimised for magnetic efficiency and mechanical rigidity for extra reliability.
Each switch is constructed to MIL-STD-202 qualifications, designed to withstand exposure to sine and random vibration and mechanical shock.